Thread: Preventing rust - oiling?

Hi folks,

I notice on my "old" razor (which is about 2 years old) although it isn't rusty it has dark blemishes on the blade (though nowhere near the edge).

I bought a new one lately and would like to prevent this.

I soaked a lens cloth in 3-in-1 oil and then wrung it out and I'm planning to wipe the razor down after shaving with it, I figure this will prevent rust and may somehow preserve the edge a bit.

My problem is that I'm wondering how much of a pain in the ass it'll be to make sure I don't end up building up too much oil on my strop. I'll wipe it off with a tissue before stropping obviously (I only shave twice a week), but I wonder if it's a mistake...?

Cheers,
Rich

Put it this way, are you willing to wipe 3 in 1 directly onto your face? If not, then don't put in on your razor or strop. Camelia or mineral oil are probably safer (less toxic) options.

I use the Camelia oil which works well.

I use sewing machine oil on my razors.
I just keep a box of tissues in the cupboard where my strops hang, give the razor a (careful) wipe before stropping and she's good to go.
I've experienced no ill-effect to the strop at all, and I dont find it to be much of a P.I.T.A.

I use mineral oil (and have used WD40, which is a lightweight mineral oil). After wiping the razor clean prior to stropping, I'd guess any residual would be so small you wouldn't have to worry about your strop.

bill

I use Nye Oil. It's a really fine oil, originally made from sperm whale oil. I still have some whale oil that I use on our antique clocks.